Favourite Destinations (Extremadura)

Well off the beaten track, this quiet corner of Spain retains many of its traditions. Located in the south west of Spain, bordering Porutgal to the west, Andalusia to the south and Castile to the north, Extremadura has a unique and rich identity of its own. Visitors to Extremadura holiday rentals can see some of Spain's finest ancient monuments, as well as relax in a national park and enjoy some really great regional cuisine. Many of Spain's conquistadors had their origins in this part of the nation. Visitors to Extremadura holiday rentals will find some of the most beautiful scenery the region possesses in the north. The valleys of Vera and Jerte offer some stunning views, while the Gata mountains offer some great routes for hikers. The Rivers Tajo and Guadiana flow through Extremadura, and their valleys are particularly picturesque.

Are you interested in holiday destinations that are off the usual beaten tourist track? Take a look at these wonderful suggestions:

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Rent Extremadura Holiday Villas and dive back in history in the region's capital Merida

The town of Merida has one of the finest collections of ancient Roman remains and ruins on view anywhere in Spain, with a theatre, an amphitheatre and two aquaducts amongst its many and varied ancient attractions. Caceres has one of the best preserved medieval Old Towns of any urban settlement in the country. Both of these towns have been recognised as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. The town of Trujillo is where the famous conquistador Pizarro was born. Guadalupe, another town in the region, has a massive monastery furnished in Mudejar style. British visitors to Extremadura holiday rentals may also want to visit the town of Badajoz. This was the site of a bloody siege and battle in 1812, when the British and Portuguese forces of the Earl (later Duke) of Wellington stormed the town. Visitors can also see the Moorish watch towers and walls.

Choose Extremadura Apartments and sample the delicious ham, cheese and olive oil of this part of Spain

The region also has culinary attractions to offer to any guests in Extremadura holiday rentals. Although not often recognised outside Spain, the wines and olive oils in the area are good quality, while one archetypal product of Extremadura is sheep's cheese. Varieties of this are found in Casar and Serena. The Vera Valley produces fine paprika, and there are also a number of regional pork products which are very tasty indeed. Travellers who book a stay in Extremadura holiday rentals will find that the region is well off the beaten track when it comes to tourism. Much of the local culture and customs have been perserved, and for anyone looking for a slice of genuine Spain, free from tourist crowds, this south western corner of the country is well worth looking at.

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